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Originally Posted by ricardobs84
I replaced my old lift pump and leaky primer with a new unit from diesel giant. After the job I pumped the primer, but I couldn't get fuel to the filter. I could feel "some" sucking from the hose that goes to the filter when pumping the primer, but seemed kinda weak.
Any ideas?? I don't know if there was a particular way of removing or installing the pump.
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Silly question, But--was the engine running Before you replaced the pump...?
There should be no problem in drawing fuel from the tank with the primer--A few quick pumps and it should be there. Suspect the fuel tank gauze-filter, or an air-leak in one of the fuel-line connections from the tank, if its not coming through....
I guess there I sufficient fuel in the tank...!?
IF it doesn't 'Prime up' with the Primer, Then running the engine on WD40/Ether/'Knocking-fluid' wont 'cure' it and can cause terrible damage such as bent starter shafts or broken bell-housings. Seen it happen. NOT advisable!
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